Frozen Gizzard Shad from Japan
Frozen whole gizzard shad (Dorosoma cepedianum), a freshwater species, packed block-frozen without filleting. Falls under HTS 0303.89.00.13 for frozen shad, excluding edible offal subheadings and not qualifying as human-fit pellets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use precise species nomenclature in documentation to distinguish from other herrings under 0303.81
• Check for invasive species restrictions in origin country; declare as baitfish if applicable to prevent reclassification